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Writing for me is the one thing that can calm all storms given time. It is a way to learn, listen, speak, share and heal. The subject is not as important as the time and the thought put into the work. Hopefully, it gets better with age.

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Entertainment > Movie Awards & Nominations The history of the Sundance Film Festival: 1 of 7
Sundance Film Festival found it's beginning in 1978. It was the Utah/US Film Festival. It was the brainchild of Sterling Van Wagen and Charles Gary Allison. The gentlemen recognized that it would be beneficial to have a headline name associated with the festival. They sought out Robert Redford to chair the event. The choice ... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Personalities Biography: David Letterman: 1 of 6
Harry and Dorothy Letterman were proud to announce the arrival of their son David Michael on April 12th 1947. Harry was a florist and his wife a church secretary. Some may consider these humble beginnings for the famous comedian. These beginnings helped him develop his unique sense of humor. The job he mentions most often in... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes How to bring the joy of music to your family though great holiday gifts: 1 of 5
From the moment Debbie knew she was pregnant she began playing "that song" on the piano. Not a day went by that she didn't play the song and depending on the day she played it several times. She wanted it to be "his" song. It worked so well each of her children has a song. None of the kids have ever been told about the songs... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Christian singer profile: Jeremy Camp: 1 of 4
One would have to wonder if one day Jeremy Camp might have woken up and said enough. This living thing is just too hard. Well, if he felt that way you would know it because he entire life is one long song. And it is a great song. Jeremy Camp was the son of a preacher man. His father was the pastor of Harvest Chapel. Strong r... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes What makes a song Christian?: 13 of 46
What makes a song a Christian song? At first glance the answer seems obvious, but research certainly changed my mind. I thought that if a song was about Christ then it was a Christian song. While that is true, it leaves out many songs that are Christian. I assumed it was probably sung in some kind of church or perhaps at a r... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Biographies: Florence Mills: 2 of 6
It is with great pleasure I introduce to you a truly remarkable woman, Florence Mills. January 25th, 1896 Miss Florence Wingree made her grand entrance to the stage we call earth. She was born in Washington DC to John and Nellie (Simon) Winfree. Hard times came and they were forced to move to a rather dangerous area in the c... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Christian band profile: Hawk Nelson: 1 of 3
There is no mistaking Hawk Nelson. They are a rock band. The beat and undertones of rock and punk rock ring true in their work. The band members are Jason Dunn, Daniel Biro , Jonathan Steingard , and Aaron Tosti. They attacked their career with energy and tenacity. Like Martin Luther King Jr., they had a dream. The dream was... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes The origins of the Christian hymn Amazing Grace: 5 of 13
The history of Amazing Grace in our little family circle is somewhat sad. I love the hymn. My mother sang it often. I was playing it rather loudly one day when one of the kids came home. "Why are you playing that funeral song?" "What makes you think it's a funeral song?" "I bet you can't name three funerals you have been to ... More..
Entertainment > Music (Other) What is the best song of all time?: 19 of 36
The title made me smile and I just have to share the story. I was driving quite a distance and at the beginning of my journey I was listening to a news radio program. Snow and black ice are often companions on the drive and I found this station kept me updated. I noticed shortly after leaving the house a highway patrol man w... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Christian band profile: Casting Crowns: 3 of 5
Let's meet the band. Andy Williams is on the drums. Andy was born May 13,1972 in Atlanta Georgia. Hector Cervantes entertains us with guitars and vocals. He was born September 13, 1980 and calls Daytona Beach his hometown. Chris Huffman on the bass was born November 12, 1980. Chris comes from Glasgow Kentucky. Juan Devevo pr... More..